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Why Keeping Your Dog On The Lead Isn’t ‘Bad Pet Parenting’

Keeping your dog on a lead isn’t mean – sometimes, it’s the kindest choice



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“My Two-Year-Old Puppy Was A Dad”: What Canine DNA Testing Taught Me About My Dog

A simple dog DNA test turned into a surprise discovery

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7 Ways to Make Your Dog’s Final Years More Special

Let them know how much they’ve done for you by doing everything for them

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Real-Life Puppy Love: How Dogs Bring Out the Best In Kids

A study shows cuddles with pups go beyond just comfort

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Will Cats & Dogs Ever Get Along? Experts Debunk the Rivalry Myths

Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again

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These People Completed Their Families With Pets Instead of Babies (and Don’t Regret a Thing)

“You realise that they can’t do anything without you. They need you. But then you realise you need them just as much”

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Health

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health

How to Care For a Dog in Season

If your female dog is not spayed, it’s crucial that you understand their fertility cycle

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health

Home Remedies for Getting Rid of Fleas on Dogs – Naturally

How to stop your home from becoming a flea circus

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health

Can Dogs Actually Get the Common Cold?

Youre sneezing, blowing your nose and stocking up on Lemsip. But is your pup at risk of catching your cold?

Nutrition

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Can Dogs Eat Blackberries? The Ultimate Guide to Safe Snacking

Blackberries can be a healthy, tasty treat for your dog – without the worry

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nutrition

Is a Plant-Based Diet Safe for Your Cat or Dog? Experts Weigh In

Curious about a plant-based diet for your pet? Discover what science has to say about it

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Can Dogs Eat Cherries?

As long as it’s not on top of a cake, the answer is yes

Behaviour

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behaviour

What Are You Smiling At?

There’s a big difference between a dog smiling and showing their teeth

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behaviour

Why Do Dogs Love to Roll in Poo? Discover the Smelly Truth

Dive into why dogs are drawn to that pungent pile

Jack Russell Terrier Puppy zooming around with a toy at home.
behaviour

6 Things to Know About Dog Zoomies

Not counting how fun they are to watch

Lifestyle

a man and a woman with tattoos huge a red and white dog
lifestyle

These People Completed Their Families With Pets Instead of Babies (and Don’t Regret a Thing)

“You realise that they can’t do anything without you. They need you. But then you realise you need them just as much”

A woman sitting on her patio with her Irish Setter dog on the grass in front of her.
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How To Create a Dog-Friendly Garden

Green fingers at the ready...

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A Complete Guide to Banned Dog Breeds in the UK

It’s not just the XL Bully that the government has banned